Rendered: The Next-Generation Lexus IS Sedan

Posted by Kevin on October 5th, 2018

Renderings of the next-generation Lexus IS are a favorite of the Japanese automotive press — this attempt by (a currently unknown) magazine was posted yesterday by a Lexus fan on Instagram:

Lexus IS Rear Next-Generation

The differences between this photochop and the existing model are minimal — the only changes are with the front and rear bumpers, making this rendering seem more like a mid-cycle refresh. That said, the design of the current IS sedan has never been a weakness, and maintaining some consistency across generations would not be a bad move.

The magazine mentions a 2021 release along with some preliminary dimensions:

Lexus IS Dimensions Next-Generation

Compared to the current model, the next-generation IS length and wheelbase would grow by 4cm, with all other measurements staying the same. Also mentioned is a 2.5L engine with 181 horsepower, which makes absolutely no sense and I’m choosing to ignore.

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bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
S
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
S
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
S
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
S
bogglo
Maybe the IS might be the first to get the 2.4L TT in the TS050 (who knows...)
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
Joaquin Ruhi
ssun30
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
Joaquin Ruhi
ssun30
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
Joaquin Ruhi
ssun30
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
Joaquin Ruhi
ssun30
The 2.4L turbo will be Inline-4 not a 90-degree V6.
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
Ian Schmidt
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
On the plus side, that's something I've wanted to see for months. On the minus side, rumors out of Australia tend to be a little sketchy.
Ian Schmidt
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
On the plus side, that's something I've wanted to see for months. On the minus side, rumors out of Australia tend to be a little sketchy.
Ian Schmidt
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
On the plus side, that's something I've wanted to see for months. On the minus side, rumors out of Australia tend to be a little sketchy.
Ian Schmidt
mikeavelli
http://performancedrive.com.au/2020-lexus-is-to-be-topped-by-twin-turbo-v6-flagship-rumour-0409/

Rumors the LS TT-V6 makes it in the new IS. It better Lexus lags way behind now in hp in this segment.
On the plus side, that's something I've wanted to see for months. On the minus side, rumors out of Australia tend to be a little sketchy.
S
Joaquin Ruhi
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
This is the first time I hear of this and I don't know if such practice is widely used or not. Past Toyota turbocharged engines always have the exact same dimensions as NA counterparts. We don't even know if the 2.4 number is true.
S
Joaquin Ruhi
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
This is the first time I hear of this and I don't know if such practice is widely used or not. Past Toyota turbocharged engines always have the exact same dimensions as NA counterparts. We don't even know if the 2.4 number is true.
S
Joaquin Ruhi
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
This is the first time I hear of this and I don't know if such practice is widely used or not. Past Toyota turbocharged engines always have the exact same dimensions as NA counterparts. We don't even know if the 2.4 number is true.
S
Joaquin Ruhi
If I remember correctly, a number of engines in the past (Audi comes to mind) have reduced their displacement via thicker cylinder walls/linings when boosting their engines. Could this rumored 2.4-liter turbo be nothing more than a turbocharged version of the latest Camry's 2.5-liter A25A-FKS 4-cylinder engine? Under this theory, thicker cylinder walls/linings would reduce cylinder displacement slightly to create an A24A-FTS engine.
This is the first time I hear of this and I don't know if such practice is widely used or not. Past Toyota turbocharged engines always have the exact same dimensions as NA counterparts. We don't even know if the 2.4 number is true.
krew
CIF
Japanese publication Mag X has a rough sketch of the 4IS:



https://www.mag-x.com/shop/products/detail.php?product_id=109
No matter how hard I tried, I could not purchase this magazine online. I have an account, but password won't work. Have requested a reset, fingers crossed!
krew
CIF
Japanese publication Mag X has a rough sketch of the 4IS:



https://www.mag-x.com/shop/products/detail.php?product_id=109
No matter how hard I tried, I could not purchase this magazine online. I have an account, but password won't work. Have requested a reset, fingers crossed!
krew
CIF
Japanese publication Mag X has a rough sketch of the 4IS:



https://www.mag-x.com/shop/products/detail.php?product_id=109
No matter how hard I tried, I could not purchase this magazine online. I have an account, but password won't work. Have requested a reset, fingers crossed!
krew
CIF
Japanese publication Mag X has a rough sketch of the 4IS:



https://www.mag-x.com/shop/products/detail.php?product_id=109
No matter how hard I tried, I could not purchase this magazine online. I have an account, but password won't work. Have requested a reset, fingers crossed!
krew
Actually found it on the Amazon.jp website, here's the IS article:

View attachment 2911

Anyone want to translate the important parts?
krew
Actually found it on the Amazon.jp website, here's the IS article:

View attachment 2911

Anyone want to translate the important parts?
krew
Actually found it on the Amazon.jp website, here's the IS article:

View attachment 2911

Anyone want to translate the important parts?

K